Sales Manager Speciality Chemicals, £50,000 Basic

Reed Business Support are incredibly excited to be working with a globally established company in their search for a Sales Manager to drive the companies sales operations forward.

Based in Leeds, you will be responsible for winning new business for the company and bringing growth to the sales output of a new operating unit within the company which possesses an incredible amount of potential.

This role comes within the Specialty Chemicals industry where there is so much to learn from and so much business to win!

Benefits:
Wage: £30,000 to £50,000+ (dependant on experience).
Bonus: Uncapped and Competitive bonus tied to P&L Performance.
Hybrid Working (2 Days in the Leeds Office)
Company Pension Contributions
Health & Dental Insurance.
Travel throughout UK & Europe.

Key Responsibilities:
• Drive business development and growth of the new speciality raw materials business unit.
• Develop and nurture a sales team as required and provide effective leadership, setting clear goals, providing guidance and support, and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, cultivate relationships with potential clients, and negotiate contracts to secure new accounts in the UK and EU.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities. Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential growth areas, customer demands, and emerging opportunities.
• Track sales performance, analyse key metrics, and prepare regular reports on sales activities and revenue forecasts.
• Produce product/ company presentations and present to potential and current customers.
• Produce technical presentations with the support of formulation and research teams.
• Oversee the financial performance (P&L) of the business unit, monitor expenses, manage budgets, and optimise profitability in line with the company's financial objectives.
• Act as a brand ambassador at industry events, trade shows, and conferences, representing the company professionally, networking with key stakeholders, and promoting the company's products and services.
• Continuously evaluate and improve sales processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Visit customers, distributors and suppliers as required.

Essential Requirements:
• You are an experienced Sales Manager (5+ years) with a proven track record and technical background.
• You are able to develop and execute strategic sales plans, identify new market opportunities and drive new business and customers.
• You have demonstrated exceptional managerial prowess, with the capacity to inspire and motivate others.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and have high interpersonal competence and negotiation abilities.
• Oversee the financial performance (P&L) of the business unit, monitor expenses, manage budgets, and optimise profitability in line with the company's financial objectives.

Desirable Requirements:
• You have an in-depth understanding and have worked in (speciality) chemical industries.
• You are educated to a degree level (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking for a role with freedom to win business and develop a sales team in their own way.

Apply below if you are interested!